There is nothing simpler to bake than a pan of good old-fashioned Irish Soda Bread. Our Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe is not only in the simplicity of the recipe itself but easy on the budget as most quick loaves of bread are. This recipe is one of my favorites because the children can help mix and pour the batter, and it is delicious.
Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe
The local family restaurant serves an excellent Irish Soda Bread made with currants or raisins. I prefer a more traditional bread with a buttery crust baked in loaf pans to slice and use as bread for simple sandwiches or as a side dish for hearty stews and creamy soups. It is best served with a good quality salted butter and at breakfast or tea adding a heaping spoonful of orange marmalade is a fantastic treat.
Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe
You Will Need
- 3 c all-purpose flour
- 1/3 c white sugar
- 1 tbsp. baking powder
- 1 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 c buttermilk
- 1/4 c salted butter, melted
Traditional Irish Soda Bread
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F – Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan. ( I use a bit of butter)
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Blend egg and buttermilk together in a medium-sized mixing bowl, add liquids excluding butter to the flour mixture. Mix just until moistened. Stir in butter. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the bread comes out clean. Cool on in pans. Remove bread and wrap in foil for several hours, or overnight, for best texture and flavor. This bread is fantastic with creamy Irish Potato Soup or a hearty beef stew.
Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe
This is the simplest recipe in the world for Irish Soda break and a must to serve with a hearty bowl of potato soup!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F – Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan. ( I use a bit of butter)
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Blend egg and buttermilk together in a medium-sized mixing bowl, add liquids excluding butter to the flour mixture. Mix just until moistened. Stir in butter. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the bread comes out clean. Cool on in pans. Remove bread and wrap in foil for several hours, or overnight, for best texture and flavor. Or just eat a slice, as soon as it cools a bit, with a generous slather of butter and enjoy the heck out of it!
Notes
I adore Irish Soda bread with orange marmalade. Truly any good jam, preserve, or jelly is fantastic on this delish treat!
I hope you enjoy this simple recipe. I would love to hear what your favorite Irish cuisine or other quick bread recipes in the comments.
Have a lucky day!
That sounds and looks so good! Thanks for sharing at Together on Tuesdays.
I love Irish Soda Bread, and always make it for St Patrick’s Day! Thanks for linking up at Together on Tuesdays!
Yum! I love Irish soda bread, but my very Irish husband hates caraway seeds – and it seems that all the ones in the store have them. So this recipe is a must-try!
Hello, I have been trying to make a yeast free soda type bread for years, hoping one would come out exactly like this one did! I had so many difficulties and this recipe worked, first time, perfectly. Who needs yeast? I thought it was too much baking powder and too much liquid and I’m glad I was wrong Thank you Pam.
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